Acuy Island facts for kids
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Native name:
Isla Acuy
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South east of Chiloé Island: Quellón, Chaullín, Acuy, Tranqui, Coldita, Cailin, Laitec, Queilén
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| Geography | |
| Coordinates | 42°55′17″S 73°25′41″W / 42.921411°S 73.428151°W |
| Length | 2 km (1.2 mi) |
| Width | 0.5 km (0.31 mi) |
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| Region | Los Ríos |
| Province | Chiloé Province |
| Commune | Queilén |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 135 |
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| NGA UFI=-871214 | |
Acuy Island is a small, quiet island located in Chile. It sits southeast of the town of Queilén, which is part of the larger Chiloé Archipelago.
This island is about 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) long and 500 meters (0.3 miles) wide at its widest points. Because of its small size, it has only a small population of about 135 people.
Life on Acuy Island
Most people living on Acuy Island make their living from the sea. They are mainly involved in fishing, catching different types of fish and seafood.
Another important activity is gathering luga. Luga is a type of seaweed that grows in the ocean. People collect it from the shores and waters around the island. This seaweed can be used for various purposes, including food or even in some industrial products.
Life on Acuy Island is often peaceful and connected to nature. The small community works together, relying on the ocean for their daily needs and traditions.
See also
In Spanish: Acui para niños
- List of islands of Chile
